Virginia building codes & insurance rules
Top areas
Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, Eastern Shore, Outer Banks crossover
VA FAIR Plan
Virginia FAIR Plan provides coverage for high-risk properties
Growing market
Storm shutter adoption has increased significantly post-Isabel
Price gouging law
Code §59.1-527 — Consumer Protection Act penalties
Top shutter type
Storm panels most common — permanent shutters growing
Hurricane history
Isabel (2003) and Dorian (2019) caused significant regional damage
Everything Virginia homeowners need to know
Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads represent a rapidly growing market for hurricane protection. Many homeowners who survived Isabel in 2003 are now retrofitting properties that were built without storm shutters. Storm panels are the most common first purchase due to lower cost, with growing interest in accordion shutters as the market matures.
2026 installed prices in Virginia
Prices below reflect 2026 quotes from licensed contractors operating in Virginia. Coastal county prices are typically 10–20% higher than inland areas due to salt-air material requirements and higher labor demand.
| Shutter type | Price range | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Storm Panels | $15–$30 / sq ft | Budget-conscious, any opening size |
| Accordion Shutters | $26–$35 / sq ft | Permanent, fast deployment |
| Roll-Down Shutters | $45–$100 / sq ft | Maximum protection, clean look |
| Bahama Shutters | $18–$32 / sq ft | Decorative, windows only |
| Colonial Shutters | $20–$35 / sq ft | Historic homes, classic look |
| Hurricane Screens | $20–$40 / sq ft | Lanais, large openings |
| Impact Windows | $40–$100 / sq ft | No-deployment, permanent |